Market Developer – Insurance Growth

About the role

Mukuru is expanding its insurance offering across Africa and seeks a Market Developer to drive growth in key markets. The role focuses on uncovering new opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and increasing customer acquisition and retention.

Key responsibilities

• Champion the growth of Mukuru's insurance offering across assigned markets.
• Increase customer acquisition, retention, and product adoption.
• Research and identify new insurance and value‑added service opportunities.
• Build business cases and engage with potential partners to establish strategic relationships.
• Coordinate cross‑functional projects, monitor progress, manage risks and ensure successful implementation.
• Stay informed about industry trends, analyse customer needs and market dynamics to support decision‑making.
• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, pricing reviews and maintain strong partner relationships.

Required profile

• Strong business development and relationship‑building skills.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and assess growth opportunities.
• Excellent communication and influencing abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Highly organised with excellent time‑management skills.
• Self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in Business Development, Market Development, Sales, Partnerships or related fields.
• Exposure to Financial Services, Insurance, FinTech, Banking or Payments is advantageous.
• Grade 12/Matric and a relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Finance or a related field.